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What is a clustered rural settlement?
What is a clustered rural settlement?
What characterizes a dispersed rural settlement?
What characterizes a dispersed rural settlement?
What is a circular rural settlement?
What is a circular rural settlement?
A settlement comprising a central open space surrounded by structures.
What is a linear rural settlement?
What is a linear rural settlement?
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Why did New England colonists favor clustered settlements?
Why did New England colonists favor clustered settlements?
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What is the enclosure movement?
What is the enclosure movement?
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What is urbanization?
What is urbanization?
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How do developed and developing countries differ in urban settlements?
How do developed and developing countries differ in urban settlements?
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What are three differences between urban and rural settlements?
What are three differences between urban and rural settlements?
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What social consequence arises from high density in urban settlements?
What social consequence arises from high density in urban settlements?
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What is social heterogeneity?
What is social heterogeneity?
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What is a City-State?
What is a City-State?
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Study Notes
Rural Settlements
- Clustered Rural Settlement: Agricultural community where families live closely together, surrounded by fields, promoting social interaction and communal farming practices.
- Dispersed Rural Settlement: Characteristic of North American rural areas, where farmers reside on individual farms, leading to isolation from neighbors.
- Circular Rural Settlements: Features a central open area surrounded by buildings, creating a communal space for residents.
- Linear Rural Settlements: Structures aligned along a transportation route (road, river, dike) to enhance communication and accessibility.
Historical Context
- New England Colonists: Favor for clustered settlements was driven by group travel to the New World, desire for cultural reinforcement, and improved defense against Native American attacks.
- Middle Atlantic Colonies: Dispersed rural settlements were prevalent, emphasizing isolated farm living over clustered village environments.
Agricultural Developments
- Enclosure Movement (1750-1850): In Great Britain, this movement led to the consolidation of small farms into larger ones, viewed as more efficient for agriculture, resulting in many losing their homes during the Industrial Revolution.
Urbanization
- Urbanization Definition: The growth of urban settlements in terms of both absolute population and the percentage of the total population residing in urban areas.
- Developed vs. Developing Countries: Developed nations have higher urban resident percentages, while developing countries contain larger urban settlements.
Urban vs. Rural Distinctions
- Size: Urban areas are larger, which fosters different social dynamics compared to rural counterparts.
- Density: High population density necessitates specialization among urban residents, impacting social interactions and relationships.
- Social Heterogeneity: Larger settlements exhibit increased diversity, allowing for greater freedom in lifestyle choices, professions, and cultural interests among urban dwellers.
City-State Definition
- City-State: An autonomous self-governing entity encompassing a city and its surrounding countryside, historically significant in governance and urban development.
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